Mumbai, September 24, 2024: In a surprising turn of events, commuters on the Mumbai Metro were caught off guard as water leaked from the ceiling of a Metro compartment on Tuesday. A video of the incident, now circulating widely on social media, shows water dripping inside the compartment, sparking amusement among netizens but also raising serious concerns.

Rain in Mumbai metro as well? Legacy of #MumbaiRains. pic.twitter.com/TnvatQN49E https://t.co/Xu9JozokqE

— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) September 24, 2024

One commuter humorously commented, “Ye toh syllabus mein nahi tha” (This wasn’t in the plan), while another joked that Mumbai’s rain forecasts should now include Metro commutes.

However, behind the humor lies a pressing question: Why is the Metro, a vital part of Mumbai’s transport infrastructure, so poorly prepared for monsoon challenges?

As Mumbai faces continued rainfall, this incident highlights the urgent need for improved maintenance and management of the city’s Metro system. With over 3 million daily commuters, can the Metro afford such lapses in quality? The authorities must act swiftly to ensure this doesn’t become a recurring issue, especially during monsoon season.